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OpenAI's Sam Altman Announces No IPO This Year, Warns of AI-Driven Human Extinction
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman declared the company will not pursue an initial public offering in 2026. He reiterated his stance that the risk of AI leading to human extinction is 'unacceptable'. The statement comes amid growing global concerns about the ethical and existential implications of advanced artificial intelligence.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, stated during a public address that the company will not proceed with an IPO this year. The decision was framed within the context of broader discussions about the risks of AI development. Altman emphasized that the potential for AI to cause human extinction is a risk that cannot be tolerated.
The remarks were reported by multiple international news outlets, including Nikkei Asia and bdnews24. Both sources cited Altman's comments as a direct warning about the existential threat posed by AI. No significant divergence was noted between the reports, though the timing of publication varied between the two outlets.
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IndependentNikkei AsiaSep 13, 05:55 PM
OpenAI's Altman won't do IPO this year, calls AI extinction risk 'unacceptable' - Nikkei AsiaOpenAI's Altman won't do IPO this year, calls AI extinction risk 'unacceptable' Nikkei Asia
IndependentBdnews24Sep 13, 09:09 AM
OpenAI's Altman won't do IPO this year, calls AI extinction risk 'unacceptable' - bdnews24.comOpenAI's Altman won't do IPO this year, calls AI extinction risk 'unacceptable' bdnews24.com